Patents by Inventor Michael R. Kurtzman

Michael R. Kurtzman has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5350142
    Abstract: A structural frame providing for supporting flexible containers; specifically, shopping bags with frontal or lateral integrated handles. The structure enables the use of shopping bags as a receptacle for trash or storage. Disclosed are embodiments for a polygonal shaped rim for supporting a flexible handle bag in open mouthed configuration; lateral bracing to restrict bag movement; ring like members allowing bag handles to be engaged securely; a support appendage with an angled spacer allowing flexible container to be easily mounted on said support frame; a lid with a perimetrical groove of a radius corresponding to that of said rim located on the underside of said lid allowing for a tight seal; and an integrated apparatus for mounting the invention to a planar surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 27, 1994
    Inventors: Michael R. Kurtzman, Meehyun Kim
  • Patent number: D360511
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 18, 1995
    Inventors: Michael R. Kurtzman, Meehyun Kim